Technical Co-ordinator

The Design and Technical teams are involved in all aspects of housing design and innovation, responsible for researching the best materials at the best cost. The team deals with a variety of sites, many using existing buildings, each with unique problems to solve. There is a focus on new materials, sustainability, and value, while adhering to ever-changing building and environmental legislation.

Most team members have an architectural or engineering background, offering opportunities to gain expertise in design and project management in a thought-provoking setting.

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the role involves:

• Co-ordinating external design consultants.
• Obtaining building control approvals and discharging planning conditions.
• Ensuring mains services are procured.
• Providing Construction Issue drawings for site starts and supporting site operations.

You will be expected to:

• Obtain Technical Drawings and approvals to enable efficient site starts.
• Minimise risk through timely and high-quality information.
• Brief, manage, and drive external consultants in preparing and issuing production information to an agreed programme, fee, and scope.
• Assist in preparing Design Programmes and present at Progression Meetings.
• Ensure all statutory enquiries, sewer connections, and other relevant legal agreements are submitted and pursued for timely completion.
• Oversee NHBC/Building Regulations applications to approval.
• Ensure working drawings comply with the approved Planning Scheme and discharge planning and building control conditions.
• Monitor and control all production information in close liaison with the Commercial Department to maintain tight cost controls.
• Monitor and control the Professional Fees budget and update fee reports monthly.
• Ensure Group Policy and Procedures are fully managed and controlled.
• Oversee preparation and approval of Brochure Plans, Conveyance Plans, and Sales Area drawings.
• Attend site progress meetings and carry out site inspections.
• Attend and present at various project meetings (Land/Technical hand-over, Project Meeting, Optimisation, Progression, Technical/Sales, Budget Meetings, etc.).
• General liaison and coordination between internal and external parties.
• Attend Subcontractor interviews and meetings as appropriate.
• Respond to site queries and resolve Technical/Construction problems.
• Issue drawings and information for construction purposes.

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• Qualifications as a Civil/Building Engineer or a Construction-related degree level, or HNC/HND in a built environment subject with relevant experience.
• Good technical knowledge of both house and apartment construction.
• A working knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC, Party Wall Awards, and associated legislation connected with the construction industry.
• The ability to communicate effectively and manage multi-disciplined teams.
• The ability to recognise and address problems swiftly and effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• A desire to exceed Customer expectations.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels, with high attention to detail.
• Competent IT skills, including using AutoCAD/Revit.

Barratt has been nationally recognised as a 5-star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. We combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We offer tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals, and ex-Armed Forces personnel.

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working, allowing office-based colleagues to divide their time between the office, construction sites, sales offices, and working from home as the role dictates. We recognise the benefits of an effective hybrid working culture for both the Company and our colleagues.

We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC, we offer:

• Competitive Bonus Scheme.
• Private Medical Cover - Single Cover.
• Annual Medical Health Assessment.
• 26 days’ holiday (increasing by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days).
• Access to employee loans and savings accounts, house purchase discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rates, and discounts at major retailers.
• Private healthcare support for timely access to a virtual GP, diagnosis, treatment, and more.
• First-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.
• Fully funded annual health assessments.
• Additional benefits including death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family-friendly policies, and a share buying scheme.

Our dual-branded Barratt Redrow divisions combine the best of our Barratt Homes and Redrow brands, providing award-winning quality and innovative design.

We are committed to developing our inclusive culture and building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time.